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WAEC Economics 2022 Objective — Question 23

Question 23 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Economics 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A disadvantage of a joint-stock company is

  • A. unlimited liability
  • B. limited liability
  • C. lack of continuity when a shareholder dies
  • D. limited control by shareholdersCorrect

Explanation

A disadvantage of a joint-stock company is limited control by shareholders — since ownership is separated from management, shareholders have limited control over the day-to-day affairs of the company.

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